Shoalhaven Community Preschool is being relocated nearby to a new purpose-built early education centre at the southern end of the hospital campus, and will acquire an additional 20 places thanks to the move, with space for up to 60 children.
A dedicated parking zone for carer drop-off will be a feature of the new space, which is only minutes from the preschool’s current location, ensuring continuity of service and minimising any impacts on staff and families.
The project team has been working closely with the preschool to plan and design the new facility, which will provide a contemporary and expanded early education centre that meets the National Quality Standards for children aged between three and six years to support young families living in the area.
In addition to the new preschool, the southern end of the campus will be retained as greenspace, enhancing the area’s family-friendly atmosphere.
Fugen has been awarded the contract to build the project, with the facility due for completion in mid-2023. The existing preschool will remain open at its current location until the new facility is complete.
The broader hospital redevelopment will provide new facilities including for cardiology, mental health and aged care, more operating theatres and a new emergency department, along with greater access to more specialised staff, equipment and technology.
